Manager, Talent Development Programs

Caterpillar Inc.•Irving, TX

6d•$128,470 - $192,710•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, Talent Development Programs leads the design, implementation, launch, and ongoing administration of the new GFSO Professional Development Program. The role oversees participant onboarding, training, coaching, development planning, program governance, rotational experiences, and stakeholder engagement. The position also manages the ESD Global Leadership Development Program, guiding leaders and participants and supporting an exceptional development experience throughout the program lifecycle. The manager partners with senior leaders, HR Business Partners, and functional stakeholders to align development programs with business objectives. The role monitors participant progress, uses talent analytics to assess program effectiveness and succession pipeline readiness, and develops strategies to improve leadership capability, organizational effectiveness, employee engagement, and internal talent mobility. The position is onsite five days a week in Irving, Texas, with international and domestic travel up to 25%.

Requirements

Knowledge of organizational vision, structure, culture, philosophy, operating principles, values, and code of ethics, and the ability to align capabilities with business goals.
Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies and the ability to impact decisions within and outside the organization.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities and prioritize time effectively.
Knowledge of data-gathering and reporting tools, techniques, and processes.
Knowledge of talent management, including attracting, recruiting, retaining, identifying, and developing talent to support organizational goals.
Knowledge of employee training and development methodologies and the ability to ensure target populations have the skills and knowledge to meet objectives.
Willingness to travel internationally and domestically up to 25%.
Ability to work onsite five days a week.

Nice To Haves

Program management experience.
Finance or accounting background.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, implementation, launch, and ongoing administration of enterprise leadership and professional development programs.
Oversee participant onboarding, program orientation, curriculum deployment, coaching experiences, and development planning activities.
Manage program governance structures, performance metrics, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Partner with senior leaders, HR Business Partners, and functional stakeholders to align development programs with business objectives.
Facilitate talent review discussions and development planning for program participants.
Coordinate and manage rotational experiences that accelerate leadership readiness and broaden organizational capability.
Serve as the primary point of contact for leaders, mentors, coaches, and participants throughout the program lifecycle.
Monitor participant progress and use talent analytics to evaluate program effectiveness and succession pipeline readiness.
Develop strategies to increase leadership capability, organizational effectiveness, employee engagement, and internal talent mobility.
Champion a culture of continuous learning, career growth, and leadership excellence across the organization.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits, subject to eligibility and plan terms.
Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and volunteer time.
401(k) savings plans.
Health Savings Account (HSA).
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
Health Lifestyle Programs.
Employee Assistance Program.
Voluntary benefits and employee discounts.
Career development.
Incentive bonus and potential annual bonus.
Disability benefits.
Life insurance.
Parental leave.
Adoption benefits.
Tuition reimbursement.
Relocation assistance for those who qualify.